Trauma Focused Therapists in Spokane, WA

I see myself as having the privilege to walk with my clients for part of their life's journey. There are times when we may find ourselves unable to see options, and unsure of the best way to proceed. In my office I provide a safe place to explore problems and to work with my clients. I practice from a strengths-based focus - this means we will identify your strengths, your skills and your abilities to make changes in your life. I love my work and I dedicate myself to my clients' successes.

Now accepting new clients! Welcome to the first step of your therapeutic journey! Therapy is a chance for us to explore the inner workings of our minds, beliefs, and practices in order to live more holistic, fulfilling lives. I prioritize working with Black, Indigenous, and People of Color who are a part of the LGBTQIA2S+ community; however, I also have experience working with individuals and couples from all walks of life.

I'm passionate about treating the whole person, which starts with good mental health. My practice is designed to encompass your entire journey with compassion, education, and strategies to achieve your optimal wellness goals. Collaboration on your needs and strengths is the goal of treatment to achieve your best outcomes.

It takes courage to ask for help, and I am here to help you create the life you want. My goal is to provide a safe and non-judgmental space where you can speak freely and be yourself. I am LGBTQ+ friendly and welcome all relationship types so please come as you are.

You never imagined yourself in this position, and it is difficult to know where to turn and who can help. Trauma, addiction, divorce, blended family, and relationship dynamics impact everyone differently. You may be experiencing feeling overwhelmed and emotionally exhausted, questioning yourself, and losing direction. Together, we’ll focus on your overall well-being, not just the problems you bring to the table. Your experience and needs are unique, and your treatment should be individualized just for you.

I love to work with people to improve quality of relationships and life. I draw on personal study, education and continued passion in seeking peace and flow with the ups and downs of life. I work with a wide range of ages and situations whether it be depression, anxiety, divorce, abuse, marriage, relationship issues, parenting or personality issues. I utilize CBT, DBT, Psycho-education, mindfulness, among other theories and therapies to address the mind, body and spirit in the individual. It's my passion and my life's work. Feel free to call and ask questions!

Are you experiencing difficulties within your relationship? Are you a loved one of a family member struggling with substance abuse trying to find your place? I work with individuals and couples looking for a place to grow individually or to connect more in their relationships. I help clients identify negative patterns, aiming to foster a relationship to help them feel less alone, lost, or frustrated with their current issues. My work is highly attachment-based, a framework that focuses on the impact of early relationships on an individual's emotional and psychological well-being and how that shows up in the present.

Do you feel stuck in patterns that are no longer serving you? Do you want to be more fulfilled at work and home? Do you have a history of trauma or abuse that is impacting your daily life? Wherever you are in your journey, I am here to support you with a safe, supportive and non-judgmental space. My goal is to help you understand yourself and to develop practical skills that align with your values and empower you to live a more gratifying life.

*I currently only have availability for emergency responders.* When the people who help everyone else finally decide that it's time to get help for themselves, it often means they have tried everything they can think of before coming to a site like psychology today to find a therapist. I specialize in working with emergency responders, crisis-oriented professionals like nurses and clinicians, and others who are used to being the ones who solve others' problems. Trauma, burnout, depression, PTSI, PTSD, and all of the impacts these things have on a person and on relationships - these are things that can be treated!

I love to empower female, male, and LGBTQ+ professionals who experienced traumatic childhoods or abusive relationships, struggle to let go of the past, feel "like they are not enough", "have to prove their worth", or "settle for less". I help clients understand why they attract "the wrong partners" so they can move on from hurtful relationships and achieve loving partnerships. I love to work with PTSD, "small" or "big" traumas, anxiety, panic attacks, and depression. I also welcome open relationships, ethical non-monogamy, polyamory, kink, and sex-positivity for individual and couples counseling.

I'm a therapist who believes healing goes beyond just talking about your struggles. I offer a unique approach that integrates mind, body, and experience to help you move through life's transitions and create lasting change. I'm trained in Somatic Experiencing (SE), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), CBT, Mindfulness, Meditation, Hypnotherapy and Sound Therapy. These powerful tools help us access and release the physical sensations and emotions held within the body, making space for safety and nervous system regulation. Laughter is great medicine and I offer compassion and levity to work through dense challenges.

Hi and welcome, arriving at an online health care platform is a big deal for your mental health and it can also feel really overwhelming. So, thanks for being here and for being proactive to work on yourself. My name is Noah and I work with a wide variety of people to build their capacity to be in the world. I tend to focus on early attachment relationships, trauma, meeting the present moment and the process of becoming your own safe space and therapist. I am a direct person with a caring touch and I believe deeply in our ability to grow and change. It is my honor to be on that journey with each of my clients.

My counseling philosophy is rooted in the belief that the client is the expert in their own life and that each person has an innate ability to grow and change. Therapy is a process that can help you identify unresolved issues that impact your access to that ability. Before beginning my time as a counselor I worked with individuals and families as a teacher, and by serving on the Juvenile Justice Advisory Board and the Los Alamos New Mexico Board of Education. Through that work, I saw the impact that empathy and mental health professionals can make in the lives of individuals, families and communities.

There have been many times in my life when I have needed a counselor. Whether it was to help in figuring out my next step in school, what track I needed to take in college, or even talking about my own personal struggles, counselors have played a role in my life and have helped me achieve many of my goals. I came to appreciate the role of a counselor and the hard work and dedication it takes to walk alongside clients and their journey. Therapy is hard work, and it is a task that many don’t want to face alone.

Across the prairies of our country when a storm is approaching, cattle can be seen running away, which only elongates their discomfort. Buffalo on the other hand, can be seen turning and charging into the storm. As a result they reduce their duration of suffering and make it to clear skies sooner. My goal is to connect with individuals and couples who are navigating the storms of life and help them become the best versions of themselves. I utilize a warm and casual style that facilitates an environment of trust and support, allowing clients space to build effective skills and develop resiliency for the inevitable storms ahead.

It is my utmost aspiration to meet each wonderfully unique client with the support and genuineness that is so essential to an effective therapeutic alliance. I believe that we all have the strength to overcome and endure but, at times, need an open heart and ear to bear witness to our trials and understand our emotions. My approach to therapy is providing a safe, nonjudgmental space where each client can work alongside me to develop effective skills and strategies that will result in positive life changes.

For clients who are dealing with unhealthy, and sometimes even harmful sexual behaviors, their struggle is often enshrouded in shame and secrecy. These behaviors can affect anyone. Immediate access to pornography and the cloak of anonymity make it easy to become ensnared in unwanted behaviors. For clients who are dealing with concerns about their sexual functioning, it is often due to multiple causes that can be medical, relational, and/or psychological in nature. Often it is difficult to talk about these concerns with others around us given how private and personal these concerns are.

Have you had difficulties connecting with a therapist before? It can feel overwhelming starting your therapy journey, and I am here to help you heal as you are ready. I have experience working as a trauma therapist and a clinical supervisor, and my focus area includes working with those affected by PTSD, human trafficking, sexual abuse, physical abuse, and emotional abuse. I have practiced through counseling centers, a human trafficking safe house, and human trafficking task force. I also provide services to children and adolescents experiencing behavioral struggles, school issues, self-harm/suicidal ideation, and other concerns.

Amber is a dually licensed therapist (mental health and addiction) and moved to Eastern Washington in 2008 to pursue degrees in psychology, social work, and addiction. She believes in affirming and inclusive care to celebrate diversity and living a fully authentic self. She is committed to giving a judgement free zone, as your experiences matter. She actively listens to validate your feelings and offers guidance without assumptions. She creates space to explore all aspects of your life to create a comprehensive healing plan.